Happily, nearly every Portland-area restaurant offers at least some animal-free options. The listings on this page include local favorites specifically catering to the vegetarian demand. If you're looking for a listing of all-vegetarian restaurants or establishments that serve mock meats or vegan cheese pizza, click on one of the links below.
This traditional Lebanese restaurant offers favorites like hummus, vegetarian kabobs, and falafel, as well as more substantial vegan-friendly dinner entrees and a mezza feast served individually or family-style.
The entertainment mecca of Portland, Backspace is a modern arcade for the modern gamer, featuring top-of-the-line networked systems, free email accounts, and free wireless internet. Old-school 25¢ arcades and pool tables available too.
And what would the modern gamer eat but modern food? Backspace’s kitchen is all-vegetarian, with vegan versions of all in-house dishes available. (A few dishes brought in from other kitchens can’t be made vegan.) Plenty of salads and sandwiches to choose from with a new soup every day!
The Divine CaféV S.W. Alder St. & S.W. 9th Ave. Portland, Ore. 503-314-9606
Everything’s vegetarian at this downtown food cart, which satisfies the hungry lunch crowd with BBQ tofu or smoked tofu sandwiches and tempeh reubens, available with soy cheese.
Dreamer’s CaféV S.W. 5th Ave. & S.W. Stark St. Portland, Ore.
Check out this popular vegetarian food cart for "not" chicken sandwiches, mock buffalo wings, falafel wraps and more. Located on S.W. 5th between Stark and Oak Sts.
Food for ThoughtV 1825 S.W. Broadway P.S.U. Smith Memorial Student Union 026 Portland, Ore. 503-725-9747 www.upa.pdx.edu/SP/
PSU students and those in the know fill up on $4 entrees like vegan lasagna, black bean tamales and tofu salad sandwiches at this student-run cafeteria, open 5 days a week whenever school’s in session.
Half and Half 923 S.W. Oak St. Portland, Ore. 503-222-4495
This retro 50s diner offers a rotating selection of specialty sandwiches, snacks and drinks. Great vegan choices include the TLT sandwich, made with avocado and smokey tempeh, and an assortment of vegan cookies are available for dessert.
This upscale Portland institution is great for special occasions. The menu is focused on local, seasonal foods and changes regularly, but always includes vegan and vegetarian options.
India Chaat HouseV 804 S.W. 12th Ave. Portland, Ore. 503-241-7944
Tired of the lunchtime sandwich routine? This all-vegetarian food cart offers generous portions of traditional Indian favorites. Open seven days a week.
Karam Lebanese Cuisine 316 S.W. Stark St. Portland, Ore. 503-223-0830
Vegan options abound at this Middle Eastern spot, ranging from standard favorites to more unusual offerings like vegan makale, a grilled eggplant appetizer, and kibbee made with layered pumpkin and bulgur and stuffed with onions and walnuts.
The Lion’s DenV SW 9th between Washington and Alder Portland, Ore. 503-314-9606
All-vegetarian lunch cart open on weekdays from 11am to 2pm serving African cuisine. Several options are vegan.
P.F. Chang’s 1139 N.W. Couch St. Portland, Ore. www.pfchangs.com
Twelve Chinese vegetarian items are clearly marked on the menu, and your server will happily customize any dish for vegetarians and vegans.
Persian House offers a separate vegetarian menu with lots of vegan options. Their large lunch buffet is not exclusively vegetarian, but offers several options for a hearty, inexpensive meal.
PGE Park 1844 S.W. Morrison St. Portland, Ore. 503-553-5438 www.pgepark.com
Do you enjoy watching Beavers baseball and eating good vegan food? Now you can do both at PGE Park, with its veggie dogs, Gardenburgers, and other specialties, such as peanut-tofu skewers with pineapple. Go Beavers!
Indian fine dining in a beautifully restored Victorian home. The elaborate dining room, formal service, and broad selection of vegetarian and vegan entrees make Plainfield’s a great choice for a special night out.
Shelly’s burritos are available in a variety of sizes, but even the smallest is indeed honkin’ huge! All vegetarian burritos are available vegan— and at a discounted price!
Popular bar and music venue with an all-vegetarian menu (many options are vegan) including a spicy creole salad and "steak" sandwich. Also serve soy ice cream. All food items (except for soup) are $2 off during happy hour.
A young, hip crowd gathers at The Tube Bar for loud music and people watching over their mock ham & "cheese" sandwiches and vegan white russians — or vegan milkshakes for those who aren’t imbibing.
All-vegetarian Chinese food, featuring a variety of mock meats and an inexpenisve lunch buffet during the week. The vegetarian chicken occasionally contains whey, but the helpful staff will happily direct you to vegan options.
The Whole BowlV S.W. Alder St. & S.W. 9th Ave. Portland, Ore. 503-757-BOWL www.thewholebowl.com
This lunch cart serves only one dish: a medley of brown rice, red and black beans, fresh avocado, salsa, black olives, cilantro and Tali Sauce. Ask them to hold the sour cream and cheddar to make it vegan. The Tali Sauce, which is The Whole Bowl’s secret weapon (fondly referred to by many as "crack sauce"), is vegan!
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Albina Green 5128 N. Albina Ave. Portland, Ore. 503-546-3183
Next door to Big City Produce, Albina Green offers an eclectic assortment of Italian and Asian-inspired cuisine in a wine bar atmosphere. Vegetarian and vegan entrees, which range from $7 - 10, include Thai Yellow Curry, Stuffed Poblano Pepper, and Shitake Risotto — or enjoy a vegan caeser salad on the small patio.
Bella Faccia 2934 N.E. Alberta Portland, Ore. 503-282-0600
This neighbohood pizza joint serves gourmet pies in a casual atmosphere. The Vegan pizza features cashew & red pepper spread, tempeh, and veggies of your choice — or build your own pizza or calzone from an extensive list of vegetable toppings. The condiment bar includes shakers of nutritional yeast, and an assortment of vegan cookies, brownies, and other treats are available.
Bye and Bye is the newest addition to Portland’s ever-growing vegan scene. Bye and Bye is an all-vegan bar where you will find faux meat ball sandwiches, a relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff and you won’t come home smelling like an ashtray. (It’s non-smoking—hurray!) The bar features a great jukebox and ample bike parking. While the bar is open until 2 am, food is only served until 9, so round up your friends, hop on your bikes and get there early.
Dalo’s Kitchen 4134 N. Vancouver Ave. Portland, Ore. 503-808-9604 www.daloskitchen.com
Don’t let the sparse decor dissuade you from visiting Dalo’s—the emphasis here is on the food, and loyal fans swear by their authentic, affordable Ethiopian favorites, like the small vegetarian combo platter, all-vegan and a steal at $4.99. Not up for going out? Dalo’s delivers within a 3-mile radius.
Horn of Africa 3939 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Portland, Ore. 503-331-9844
The food at this African restaurant is slightly less spicy than strictly Ethiopian fare and has some Middle Eastern influences, making for a unique dining experience. Try the Hoe-Dra plate, a vegan feast big enough for two, which consists of fresh collard greens, spiced mixed vegetables, creamy navy beans, organic red lentils, and a tomato salad.
Lots of vegan-friendly options, including an extensive selection of creative burritos and wraps, vegan soups and an assortment of baked goods. The Mississippi location has a large outdoor patio, too — order a smoothie from the juice bar and enjoy the sun.
Mash Tun Brew Pub 2204 N.E. Alberta Portland, Ore. 503-548-4491
Try a vegan burger or order of tempeh buffalo wings at this Alberta microbrewery — then hang out and play a free game of pool or darts.
NutshellV 3808 N. Williams Ave. Portland, Ore. 503-292-2627 www.nutshellpdx.com
Trendy and upscale, Nutshell is an exotic all-vegan restaurant. You won’t find mock meats here, because Nutshell emphasizes the unique flavors of fruits, vegetables, and grains in deliciously sophisticated ways. Entrées include Jamaican Barbecue, Raw Lasagna, Hawaiian Grilled Pineapple and Avocado Sandwich (with Bamboo Fries!), and Orange Saffron Glazed Burdock Root. Make sure you save room; the gourmet desserts are to die for. Now accepts credit cards. Open for dinner only.
Proper EatsV 8638 N. Lombard Ave. Portland, Ore. 503-445-2007 www.propereats.org
Located in the St. John’s neighborhood, Proper Eats is "consciously participating in the food revolution" by working solely with local farmers and distributors to offer affordable vegetarian meals prepared with local, organic produce. Try the delicious tempeh reuben or tacos with tofu-cilantro sour cream — and check their website for upcoming music and community events, too.
Queen of Sheba 2413 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Portland, Ore. 503-287-6302 www.queenofsheba.biz
Half the menu is vegetarian and/or vegan at this renowned Ethiopian restaurant. Take a friend and try the House Vegetarian Sampler for Two, which includes tasting portions of ten vegetarian favorites, like spicy lentils and Oregon mushroom stew, all served on tangy injera bread.
Vendetta 4306 N. Williams Portland, Ore. 503-288-1085
This new North Portland bar features one of Portland’s few shuffleboard tables, free wifi and a good selection of vegan options on its small but tasty (and cheap!) menu. Try the Sloppy Jane, a saucy vegetarian version of a Sloppy Joe, or the spicy cilantro and citrus tofu sandwich with garlic habanero sauce. Yum! On sunny days, check out the garden area, which is even bigger than the amply-sized bar itself and a great gathering place for larger groups.
Vita Cafe 3024 N.E. Alberta St. Portland, Ore. 503-335-8233 www.vita-cafe.com
This mostly-vegan favorite serves up hearty diner-style comfort food like "chicken" fried steak, tofu fish and chips, pancakes and vegan biscuits and gravy. Everything’s inexpensive and portions are huge, but try to save room for dessert — their assortment of vegan cakes and cookies is irresistible!
At this authentic Middle Eastern restaurant, you’ll find vegan options marked on the menu along with notes where non-vegan items can be made vegan upon request.
Blue Moose CaféV 4936 N.E. Fremont St. Portland, Ore. 503-548-4475
Blue Moose Café is an all-vegetarian restaurant that serves homestyle breakfast all day. Most of the items at Blue Moose are already vegan, and anything that isn’t can be. On the menu: home-baked muffins, hearty sandwiches, and a different home-made veggie soup every day. Don’t miss the tofu scramble of the day, the Chili of the Gods, or the decadent desserts. The café also serves a variety of teas, juices, coffees, beers, and wines, including espresso/beer concoctions.
Pizzeria that offers salads and vegan deep-dish pizza with cornmeal crust that is available by the slice. Toppings include roasted eggplant, mushrooms, sautéed onions, peppers and tofu ricotta cheese.
This neighborhood pub and music venue offers a few vegan options for lunch and dinner, but the real stand-outs are their breakfast selections: vegan pancakes, french toast, scrambles and breakfast burritos are served from 9am - 2:45pm seven days a week.
Though the menu at this mediterranean bistro may appear sparse at first glance, daily specials always include vegan options. Call for reservations at the next Vegan Supper Club, a multi-course meal served family-style at communal tables on the last Sunday of each month.
Tuk Tuk 4239 N.E. Fremont St. Portland, Ore. 503-282-0456
This Thai restaurant offers many vegan dishes made with tofu. Most other dishes can be made vegan by substituting tofu.
Wonderful Vietnamese & Thai food offering fast and friendly service with a nice ambiance. Separate vegetarian section on the menu, and substitutions are not a problem. Bento boxes and lunch specials available (lunch specials come with a fantastic salad). Favorites include vegetarian salad rolls with peanut plum sauce and the dry salted string beans.
This inexpensive Mexican option offers vegan-friendly burritos, tacos and fajitas, including the Sweet Tequila Tofu Burrito and Tofu Tortilla Soup, Rice and beans are prepared without lard or animal stock.
Swagat 2074 N.W. Lovejoy St. Portland, Ore. 503-227-4300
Indian restaurant with vegetarian options, including four vegan dishes as well as a vegan lentil soup.
This all vegetarian (mostly vegan) restaurant offers a great selection of wraps, salads, sandwiches and noodle dishes. Menu items are priced from $3.95 to $6.95.
This gourmet Peruvian restaurant features a separate vegetarian menu. Dine tapas-style or order full entrees, priced from $16 - 25. Try their signature mushroom cebiche!
Blossoming LotusV Yoga in the Pearl 925 N.W. Davis St. Portland, Ore. 503-228-0048 www.blossominglotus.com
Located inside Yoga in the Pearl, this all-vegan restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, emphasizing fresh whole foods with several raw options. Sandwiches and entrees are reasonably priced at $6 - 7, and are complimented by a full juice bar, delicious vegan desserts, and organic beer and wine. Fair trade coffee is free with breakfast before 9 am. Now serves sit-down dinners.
Dine on tapas or larger entrees at this upscale Nuevo Latino restaurant in the heart of the Pearl District. Their "Healthy Alternatives" menu features several vegetarian and vegan options.
The Whole BowlV 1100 N.W. Glisan St. Portland, Ore. 503-757-BOWL www.thewholebowl.com
This lunch cart serves only one dish: a medley of brown rice, red and black beans, fresh avocado, salsa, black olives, cilantro and Tali Sauce. Ask them to hold the sour cream and cheddar to make it vegan. The Tali Sauce, which is The Whole Bowl’s secret weapon (fondly referred to by many as "crack sauce"), is vegan! This location offers free wi-fi.
This cute Thai spot is all-vegetarian and mostly vegan — just ask them to hold the egg on a few dishes. Vegan cakes and cheesecakes are available for dessert, too, courtesy of SweetPea Baking Company.
Black Sheep now has a retail location, located on Main St. just a block north of Hawthorne. In addition to all the sweets you’ve come to love, the storefront offers coffee and bagel sandwiches of the a.m. and p.m. varieties. There’s even a bike-thru window for environmentally-conscious commuters.
Their delicious muffins, cookies, and brownies are still available at Whole Foods, New Seasons, and coffee shops all over town—check out their website for a complete listing or to buy their vegan baking mixes, too!
The Blue Monk 3341 S.E. Belmont Portland, Ore. 503-595-0575 www.thebluemonk.com
The Blue Monk serves several vegetarian and vegan options, including outstanding vegan lasagna, until 1 a.m. 7 nights a week. After your meal, head downstairs and enjoy live jazz in the cool, loungey atmosphere.
Decorated with an eclectic mix of colorful, funky, thrift store treasures, artwork, and furniture this all-vegetarian restaurant specializes in delicious, energizing, whole foods meals. In addition to serving breakfast all day and nightly dinner specials, Chaos Café offers fresh fruit juices and smoothies, veggie burgers, wraps, and salads served with your choice of tempeh or baked tofu.
This popular breakfast and lunch place offers plenty of vegan options, including a variety of tofu scrambles and hearty cornmeal pancakes.
Dots Cafe 2521 S.E. Clinton St. Portland, Ore. 503-235-0203
Stop in for lunch or stave off late-night hunger at this kitschy neighborhood institution. The red velvet wallpaper and smoky atmosphere are more bar than restaurant, but the good-sized menu includes vegan sandwiches, burritos and a giant greek salad with tofu feta.
The Farm Cafe 10 S.E. 7th Ave. Portland, Ore. 503-736-3276
The Farm Cafe’s menu is as small as their cozy space and changes daily, emphasizing fresh, seasonal ingredients. At least one entree is vegan each night, with selections like Herb-crusted Tofu and the housemade vegetarian Farmhouse Burger.
This cute bubble tea stand offers 50 different varieties of tea made with coconut milk. Light food options include bagel sandwiches with mock turkey, mock ham or tofu pate, and all vegan orders are prepared with separate knives and utensils.
Garden Café 10123 S.E. Market St. Portland, Ore. 503-251-6125
This full service cafeteria generally offers at least six vegan options daily, including items like vegan burgers, vegan riblet sandwiches, spaghetti Florentine, and vegetable stir-fry. Located inside the Portland Adventist Medical Center.
Tex-Mex in a boisterous, family-friendly atmosphere. Ask for their separate vegan menu for lots of animal-friendly versions of old favorites, including mushroom tamales, vegetable chimichangas and potato tacos. Visit their website to view their vegetarian/vegan menu.
It’s a Beautiful Pizza 3342 S.E. Belmont St. Portland, Ore. 503-233-5444 www.beautifulpizza.com
With Grateful Dead-inspired murals, pizzas like the Jimi Hendrix and Joni Mitchell, and live music several nights a week, It’s a Beautiful Pizza is a Belmont institution. Vegan soy cheese and tofu can be substituted on any pizza—try the vegan pesto, too!
Jam on Hawthorne 2239 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd. Portland, Ore. 503-234-4790
A cute, sunny breakfast and lunch spot featuring vegan pancakes, tofu scrambles and a delicious breakfast wrap with tofu, garden sausage and veggies folded into a giant spinach tortilla.
Jarra’s serves traditional, vegan-friendly Ethiopian favorites, with lots of vegetarian combos available. Late night craving? Stop into downstairs Langano Lounge, which serves cocktails and a small selection of menu favorites like spicy lentils. All entrees come with an assorment of sides — just ask them to hold the eyeb (cottage cheese) when you order.
A cute, cozy café with sparkly gold booths and vintage mirrors on the walls, Junior’s Café serves vegan pancakes, vegan sausages, and some pretty good tofu scramble.
Be sure to check out the monthly First Friday Suppers—multi-course, all-vegan, family-style fancy dinners featuring local ingredients and second helpings! It’ll set you back $25, but all the cool kids are doing it. (Tickets for the First Friday Supper should be purchased in advance at Junior’s or by calling 503-984-0810.)
Kalga KafeV 4147 S.E. Division St. Portland, Ore. 503-236-4770
Located right around the corner from Food Fight, this organic vegetarian (mostly vegan) restaurant offers a broad assortment of international cuisines and American favorites, including delicious vegan soy cheese pizza. Kalga is open for dinner only, but serves up great meals until 2am, and features a full bar with vegan beers, wines and mixed drinks made with organic juices.
Options abound at this sleek, airy Malaysian restaurant, which offers meat only by request. Choose from a variety of beautifully presented rice and noodle items; or choose your own veggies and noodles to create a customized dish!
Request the separate vegetarian menu and dine on delicious Lebanese, Brazilian and Middle Eastern cuisine, including excellent falafel sandwiches and vegan baklava.
Lots of vegan-friendly options, including an extensive selection of creative burritos and wraps, vegan soups and an assortment of baked goods. Vegan cheese and sour cream are available, too!
Cajun-inspired veg-friendly restaurant. Favorites include the Spicy Mac, Red Beans and Rice, or traditional Gumbo all of which already are, or can easily be made vegan. Dishes can be made milder or spicier depending on your taste. Open late-night.
My Thai Bistro 3500 S.E. Hawthorne. Blvd. Portland, Ore. 503-230-9288
This Thai restaurant offers many vegetarian and vegan options and you can choose to add vegetables or tofu and vegetables to other dishes. With curry, stir-fry, and noodle dishes, you are sure to find something you enjoy. Closed on Wednesdays.
Dine in or carry out at this popular Middle Eastern restaurant — the many vegan options are clearly labelled on the menu and the vegan mezza will satisfy even the heartiest appetite!
Known for their homemade pizza (crust and sauce is made from scratch), Oasis Café’s menu includes a vegan pizza called The Elf – topped with spinach, roasted garlic, and tomatoes. Or you can build your own combo by selecting from 21 vegan toppings including walnuts and pineapple! They also serve salads and a veggie sandwich as well as many vegan desserts.
Papa G’sV 2314 S.E. Division St. Portland, Ore. 503-235-0244 pappags.com
Papa G’s is a vegan, organic deli. Menu includes a variety of dishes such as Mac ’n’ Cheeze, Tamale Pie, Lasagna, and East Indian Subji. Catering services and wholesale prices are also available.
Paradox Palace Cafe 3439 S.E. Belmont St. Portland, Ore. 503-232-7508
Nearly everything on the menu is available vegan at this funky diner. Belly up to the bar or grab a booth and feast on vegan biscuits and gravy, Mexican tofu scramble, tempeh reubens—even vegan corndogs!
This inexpensive Mexican option offers vegan-friendly burritos, tacos and fajitas, including the Sweet Tequila Tofu Burrito and Tofu Tortilla Soup. Rice and beans are prepared without lard or animal stock.
All-vegan Italian inspired restaurant. Dishes include Portobello Ravioli, Potato Gnocchi, Saltimboca, and Lasagna alla Bolognese.
Potato Champion Corner of S.E. 12th and Hawthorne Blvd. Portland, Ore. www.potatochampion.com
French fry cart with many vegan dressing options, such as Rosemary Truffle Ketchup and Dijon mustard. Potato Champion also offers vegan Poutine! Open Wednesday through Saturday 8 p.m. to 3 a.m.
This worker-owned café is a local favorite, hosting regular live music events and serving up a variety of simple, organic sandwiches and snacks on their all-vegan menu. They are now open in their new location, a block north of Portland’s vegan mini-mall!
This organic juice, smoothie, and milkshake trailer sits in the courtyard of the People’s Food Co-op. Sip uses vegan ice cream in their milkshakes! Open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekends.
Tao of Tea 3430 S.E. Belmont St. Portland, Ore. 503-736-0119 www.taooftea.com
Vegan-friendly, organic, Indian, Thai, international, fine teas.
Taqueria Los Gorditos S.E. 50th Ave. and S.E. Division St. Portland, Ore.
Los Gorditos is food cart with covered tables, outdoor seating, and tons of well-priced vegan eats. They serve tacos, nachos, and burritos with soyrizo, grilled tofu, vegan cheese and/or vegan sour cream. Los Gorditos’ rice and beans (lard-free!) are a local favorite. Stop by on a Friday for their weekly vegan plate specials.
Taqueria Los Gorditos II S.E. 8th Ave. & Ankeny Portland , Ore.
Taco Truck. Tasty all-vegan menu includes chorizo option. Open Monday-Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (hours subject to change).
Thahn Thao’s large dining room draws a crowd with its huge portions and reasonable prices. The extensive menu features a large vegetarian section full of traditional Thai favorites made with vegetables, tofu or mock meat.
Located inside the Daily Grind grocery, Urban Onion is almost entirely vegan, serving made-to-order sandwiches, cold prepared salads, and hot cafeteria-style dishes, priced by the pound.
Van HahnV 8446 S.E. Division St. Portland, Ore. 503-788-0825
The all-vegetarian menu at this volunteer-run Buddhist restaurant features Vietnamese and Thai favorites, with lots of healthful vegan options.
This small, all-vegetarian thai restaurant offers an assortment of mock meats and seafoods on their extensive menu. Wash it all down with a soymilk thai iced tea!
A brand new arrival to the veg scene, this 100% vegan food cart is a mock
meat (and mock egg) haven. Menu items like the "Big Mock," chili dogs,
eggless egg salad sandwich, and the "Egg" Mock Muffin (weekends only) are
sure to make your taste buds sing for joy! Located on the corner of 33rd and
Hawthorne. Many of their products can also be found in cafés and co-ops around town.
Whiffies Pie Cart On the corner of S.E. 12th and Hawthorne Portland, Ore.
Whiffies serves up sweet and savory fried pies you can hold in your hand. Just imagine: a crispy, flaky crust, filled with delicious fruits or vegetables and then fried to perfection. All fruit pies are vegan.
This lunch cart serves only one dish: a medley of brown rice, red and black beans, fresh avocado, salsa, black olives, cilantro and Tali Sauce. Ask them to hold the sour cream and cheddar to make it vegan. The Tali Sauce, which is The Whole Bowl’s secret weapon (fondly referred to by many as "crack sauce"), is vegan!
Local, seasonal ingredients are the emphasis at this cozy restaurant. For dinner, their creative Northwest menu always includes several vegan options, or stop in for Sunday brunch and dine from the "Hurray for Vegans" section of the menu.
Grocery store specializing in international and imported foods. The deli offers about a dozen vegan options including veggie kibeh, falafel, and baba ghanoush. Please note that the baklava is not vegan.
Down to Earth Cafe 7828 35th Ave. Portland, Ore. 503-452-0196
Down to Earth is just that — a friendly breakfast and lunch spot offering falafels, teriyaki tofu sandwiches, vegan breakfast burritos and a tasty tofu scramble, as well as vegan desserts. The menu is mostly organic, too!
